new laptop

[sammybakes]

will this laptop be able to run all the games out at the moment. im just being sure because i don't want to buy it then it doesn't work with the new games out.

Processor:Intel Core 2 Duo T7700 2.4GHz processor
Memory:3GB
HD Capacity:250GB
Display:17" WUXGA
Graphics Card:NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT 512MB
Operating System:Vista Home Premium
Optical Drive:HD-DVD
Networking: Gigabit LAN,Wireless N WiFi, Bluetooth
Features: 5-in-1 Card readers, Firewire, 0.3Mp CrystalEye Webcam

i would appreciate a reply to help me out :)

[G07H1C]

I do remember reading something about 8600m & 8800m graghics cards. It really depends on what type gaming you do.

I think the 8600m is equal to an Nvidia 7600 GT GPU, which means about 90% of the games out there, you will be able to handle. On the other hand, high end games like "Crysis", you will have to set at lower levels, maybe not play that well at all. Plus, if I'm not mistaken, I'm not sure if this card can push all that DirectX 10.1 has to offer!

I'm no real laptop expert, but I would still say that it depends on the level of gaming that you are doing! If you have the choice, go with the 8800m card!

[Mochan]

It won't run everything (coughcrysiscough) but it will run most games decently (but all current games will take you about 50% reduction in settings).

[sammybakes]

thanks for the help guys. 90% of games will do for me as i dont plan on playing crysisand similar demanding games. :thumbsup: